Staff Cryptography Engineer (Rust) - Remote

Overview

Irreducible is a team of innovators pushing the boundaries of cryptographic computing. Join us as we accelerate the ZK revolution by supporting web3 networks with the world's fastest, most reliable, and cost-efficient proof generation through cryptographic software and hardware codesign. We challenge conventional wisdom, simplify complexity, and execute with precision to build category-defining technology. As we continue to scale, we are looking for a talented Rust Engineer to join our Cryptography team in Berlin.

In Short

• Join a team focused on cryptographic computing innovation.
• Work as a Cryptographic Rust Engineer on protocol implementation.
• Collaborate with researchers to convert abstract math into efficient code.
• Own technical execution with high autonomy.
• Mentor and guide engineers in Rust development practices.
• Contribute to open-source libraries and applications.
• Work remotely with occasional in-person company on-sites.
• Engage in performance engineering challenges.
• Support the growth of the team through knowledge sharing.
• Foster a culture of learning and collaboration.

Requirements

• Significant professional Rust experience.
• Experience implementing cryptographic protocols.
• Familiarity with zero-knowledge cryptography concepts.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization.
• Understanding of software engineering best practices, especially testing.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Familiarity with software design patterns.
• Ability to think across layers of abstractions.
• Understanding of technology tradeoffs and problem-solving.

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available for candidates.
• Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Flexible work arrangements with remote options.
• Engage in a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Impactful work in cutting-edge cryptographic technology.